2023-08-17 07:44:00
The death toll from the fires on the Hawaiian island of Maui has risen to 110, but could rise significantly as more than 1,000 are still missing. This was stated by the governor of Hawaii, Josh Green. Meanwhile, the White House has announced that US President Joe Biden and his wife Jill will arrive on the island on Monday to meet rescuers, authorities and residents.
“We are heartbroken, as we have to report the loss of other loved ones,” said Green. Searches are difficult, only 38% of the burned areas have been examined. Hundreds of rescuers are engaged in operations with 40 dogs specialized in the discovery of human remains. The recognition operations are also proceeding with difficulty, only five bodies have been identified.
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